Ciprofloxacin Tablets (Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride Hydrate)

Adult dose

Typically, ciprofloxacin for adults is administered as 250 – 500 mg orally twice a day between meals. In cases of severe complicated infections, the dosage can be increased to 750 mg twice a day. For acute infections, treatment usually lasts for 5 – 10 days, and even after symptoms disappear, it should be taken for at least an additional 3 days. For patients with renal impairment, the dose should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance. Example: Creatinine clearance of 30 –

This drug can cause serious side effects, such as tendonitis or tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, and central nervous system effects, therefore caution is required. In particular, patients with myasthenia gravis may worsen their symptoms and should avoid using this medication. This drug is used limitedly for the treatment of acute bacterial sinusitis, acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, simple urinary tract infections, and acute otitis media. Elderly patients, those with poor renal function, and patients with central nervous system disorders should use this drug with caution. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, children and adolescents under 18 years of age, patients with a history of hypersensitivity to this drug, should not use it. While taking this medication, exposure to strong sunlight or artificial ultraviolet light should be avoided, and if symptoms such as skin rash or itching appear, usage should be discontinued immediately. This drug can cause fluctuations in blood sugar levels, thus diabetic patients should monitor their blood sugar closely. There are many drug interactions with this medication, especially when taken with theophylline, warfarin, tizanidine, ketoprofen, etc., so it should be taken following consultation with a healthcare professional. If symptoms of pain, inflammation, or tendon abnormalities appear during treatment, discontinue the drug immediately and consult a physician. Caution is required during driving or machine operation, and use should be discontinued if seizures or central nervous system symptoms occur. In the case of overdose, appropriate emergency measures are needed to prevent kidney damage, and it should be stored out of reach of children. It is advisable to store this drug away from direct sunlight and ultraviolet light.

Serious side effects

• Tendonitis
• tendon rupture
• peripheral neuropathy
• central nervous system effects
• worsening of severe myasthenia gravis
• anaphylactic reactions
• anaphylactoid reaction shock
• serum sickness-like reactions
• seizures
• convulsions

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• sleep disturbances
• taste disorders
• insomnia
• confusion
• emotional instability
• abnormal dreams
• depression
• hallucinations

This drug should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air from entering and kept at a temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle